Robbert Huijsman

Robbert Huijsman is a Full Professor at the Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management (Health Services Management & Organisation, HSMO) at Erasmus University Rotterdam. With nearly three decades of experience in elderly care, his work focuses on multidisciplinary collaboration, person-centered dementia care, and bridging gaps between professionals, organizations, and healthcare systems.

• Education: Macro-economist (1986), PhD in Social Sciences (Simulatiemodel voor voorzieningen voor ouderen, 1990).

His research emphasizes translating academic findings into practice, exemplified by his leadership in developing the Zorgstandaard Dementie 2020. He advocates for streamlined, layerless organizations and strategic action plans to improve quality of life for vulnerable populations under the motto "zichtbaar beter" (visibly better).

Recent publications highlight collaborations in Gerontologist, Alzheimer's Research and Therapy, and Health Research Policy and Systems, covering dementia care implementation, frailty profiling, and integrated service delivery.

Leadership & Vision: A dynamic leader, he champions innovation in both academia and practice, prioritizing stakeholder engagement and practical impact.